Methamphetamine use during pregnancy is a growing problem that the nurse working with obstetric patients must be cognizant of
When caring for the patient who uses me-thamphetamines, it is important for the nurse to be aware of which factor related to the abuse of this substance? a. Methamphetamine is a depressant.
b. All methamphetamines are vasodilators.
c. Methamphetamine users are extremely psychologically addicted.
d. Rehabilitation is usually successful.
C
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A This substance is a stimulant.
B Methamphetamines are vasoconstrictors.
C "Meth" users are extremely psychologically addicted. Typically these women display poor control over their behavior and a low threshold for pain.
D The rate of relapse for methamphetamine users is very high.
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